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Upsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffNow They’re Emailing Our FriendsIt's Year 2 of Upsample starting now, and the leading AI music company Suno has already intruded into Will's day-to-day in the local scene. What else is in store?(0:00) Intro & Self-Taught Legend(4:27) Hooks by Suno(12:50) Suno Partner Program(32:06) Bandcamp wants to ban AI music(45:35) RecommendationsRecs: Will - listen to Julian Lage: "Opal", "Talking Drum", and "Night Shade" 3 singles from album Scenes from Above coming next week on Blue Note with John Medeski, Jorge Roeder, & Kenny Wollesen.Carson - listen to Blizzard by Dove Ellis.
2026-01-1649 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffFinally, Filterworld! Year-Ender at Carson's3 days after we published the Side Door episode, a tragic incident injured a loved one of someone from the Side Door community. There's a GoFundMe that the community organized to support them through the hospitalization and recovery.We're back at Carson's house to discuss a book that has influenced our show's entire first year: Filterworld by Kyle Chayka. Stick around for when we look back at all our recommendations across the first 25 episodes and highlight some of them. See you in 2026!(0:00) Upsample Wrapped(11:24) Filterworld(57:27) Recommendations we made in 2025(1:08:54) Seasonal...
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Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserRon Samworth: Playing for the SongRon Samworth talks about "fearless" artistry and "playing for the song", drawing on a lifetime of creativity, improvisation, hangs, and initiatives. Ron is a guitarist who has played on the Vancouver scene since 1979. He is known for playing in many groups from Talking Pictures (going back through the 90s) to Electric Miles (active today), his long tenure in John Korsrud's Hard Rubber Orchestra, and his work for the NOW Society and the Barking Sphinx Performance Society. He was an instructor at Capilano University's jazz program for 28 years, retiring in 2024.Ron's audiovisual project The Etiquette of Dying, featuring...
2025-12-131h 35Upsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffHide From Wrapped Season With UsAfter we rage against Spotify Wrapped and follow up on our previous episodes, Carson unpacks three recent stories related by the theme of AI blowback: a maximally high-effort and human album, an anti-AI revival of Vine, and a platform that might get enshittified by its buyer.(0:00) Intro(4:11) Does Will do year-end lists?(5:57) Canada Music Fund $16 million top-up update(7:42) Side Door correction & updates(11:38) AI blowback?(16:59) Lux by Rosalía(31:34) Jack Dorsey-backed DiVine: bring back Vine?(53:50) Spotify acquires WhoSampled(1:03:41) RecommendationsRecs: W...
2025-12-051h 06Upsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffSide Door ClosingWe discuss the story of the Canadian live show platform "where every space is a venue" called Side Door, from the company's founding to its coming end, as announced on Nov. 4.Correction: at about 53 minutes, we say Arlene invested out of Dragon's Den, and we later say that Side Door didn't raise again afterward. Per Simpson's comment on the YouTube version of this episode (Nov. 25), it fell through like many of those DD offers do, but Side Door did raise once more afterward: "Arlene did not actually invest...that's a long story, but just to say Dragon's...
2025-11-211h 22
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserHarry Bartlett: Guitar, Old-Time & Bluegrass with ImprovHarry Bartlett talks about the left hand versus the right on guitar, bluegrass, jazz, and more. Harry is a Nashville-based guitarist originally from BC who has also spent time in Toronto.Harry is playing an early show at Tyrant Sudios on Friday, November 21st with his Mountain Air project, featuring Evan Snoey and James Meger. His latest release is Ontario, a solo guitar EP.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free weekly email with upcoming events from the gig list, plus artists, events, or recordings for you to enjoy...
2025-11-181h 21
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserJason Winikoff: In-Person This Time!Jason Winikoff talks about Broadway songs, Zambian music, and more. Jason is a percussionist and ethnomusicologist known for playing in trad-jazz scenes and other music traditions. He first came to Vancouver from the U.S. in 2018 but moved back stateside earlier this year. Jason recently played the annual Rocky Horror Music Show and has upcoming shows while in town at Guilt & Co. on Wednesday, Nov. 5 with his Hot Five; and Zameen Art House on Saturday, Nov. 8 with his Broadway Jazz Revue.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free weekly...
2025-11-041h 30Upsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffFamine at the Aura FarmCarson declines to jinx the Jays. Then it's time to lock in for one of our most theoretical conversations yet, in response to the Never Post podcast episode titled "A.I. and New American Fascism". Will chases it with a Canadian story about the possible non-renewal of a $16 million boost to federal music funding. Correction: at pretty much the very end, I say Universal is the majority shareholder in NTS. They're not; they're merely the largest shareholder.Scheduling note: the next Upsample will drop three weeks from now instead of two.(4:07) Never Post...
2025-10-291h 00
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserBill Coon: Standard EleganceBill Coon talks about his solo guitar album Standard Elegance releasing on Cellar Music October 3rd, the nature of music education, learning from Jim Hall, playing at O'Doul's, and what it means to be happy but not satisfied with your artistic work. Bill is one of our scene's long-tenured and treasured guitarists, known for his playing in groups like Triology with Miles Black and Jodi Proznick, who also released an album on Cellar this year, The Slow Road featuring Scott Hamilton; Two Much Guitar, with Oliver Gannon; and his own trios. Bill was previously a...
2025-10-011h 53Upsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffVSO Musicians StrikeUpdate from later today: VSO musicians have begun their strike. After Will vents about the Canadian Football League controversy, we discuss a potential strike by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO) musicians (4:32), purported salary discrepancies (17:52), and we catch a brief response by the VSO in real time while recording (23:22).We jumped the usual schedule to talk about this news, so the next episode of Upsample will drop three weeks from now.VSO musicians' strike announcement videoDaily Hive story which includes response from the VSO1999 CBC story about Toronto and MontrealRecs: Will...
2025-09-2531 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffPeople Love the Dead InternetWe begin by jinxing the Jays. Then we get into the KARRA story “I invested $100,000 to create my album & Spotify deleted it” & part 2 (2:24), are labels bad if they just use DistroKid? (19:49) and is this gonna make us all leave finally? (35:31) Recs: Carson - listen to God's Gonna Give You a Million Dollars by Shallowater, Will - watch Pablo Torre Finds Out FIND US: Will -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@williamchernoff/-Rhythm Changes: https://www.rhythmchanges.ca/ -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williamchernoff/Carson
2025-09-1949 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserArdeshir: "The music doesn't owe us anything."Ardeshir Pourkeramati talks about meeting your heroes, staying hungry to learn more from mentors and friends in the music, practicing, confronting the raw truth of your playing by recording yourself, stories from coming up in the 2010s scene, and studying at the University of Oregon and the University of Southern California's Thornton School of Music.Ardeshir plays tonight (Saturday, Sep. 6) at Frankie's as part of the "Sonny-fest" billed as Vancouver Celebrates Sonny Rollins, where he'll play the music of Saxophone Colossus.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free weekly...
2025-09-072h 07Upsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffChallengers to Bandcamp's ThroneBe careful out there or you'll get yelled at by shirtless dudes in Pontiacs! Will has a music library app now on his desktop, and Carson needs a new website (02:10), Bandcamp launches Clubs (08:38), EVEN is a hip-hop-coded post-Bandcamp platform (25:35), we check out the familiar mission of another challenger called Ampwall (31:12), and some people really hate Stripe (46:19).Bandcamp Clubs: https://bandcamp.com/about_clubsEVEN: https://get.even.biz/Ampwall: https://ampwall.com/Recs: Carson - The Bear season 4, Will - TANG! by Steph WallFIND US: Will -YouTube: https://www.youtube...
2025-09-0553 min
Bringing the Human back to Human Resources242. Policy Pulse: Politics, Paperwork & Protections – August HR News RoundupGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code HUMANHR for 40% off their best-selling sheets, pajamas, towels, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey? Let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here.In this episode of the Bringing the Human Back to Human Resources podcast, Traci Chernoff and Bryan Driscoll return for this month’s Policy Pulse segment to cover five timely HR developments.They kick things off by dissecting the political fallout over the July 2025 jobs report and the potential implications of altering or eliminating the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ monthly release...
2025-08-2632 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffNo Fees, No Saxe, No 'AI Music Night'(0:00) Will LOVES that you don't read his emails(1:52) Subvert turned down $200K and want to launch with no fees(18:15) "AI Music Night" in Texas(27:26) We need skills to make the platform internet suck less(38:28) Which tech move is Will going to make first? (48:19) JP Saxe's tour got canceled(1:05:18) RecommendationsSubvert 0% Platform Fees links: Changelog linkBlog postAI Music Night links: Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio venue in Denton, Texas announces "AI Music Night"Cancels later the same day after viral backlash
2025-08-221h 09Upsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffWho Funds Your Bumbershoot? Vancouver City Council Don't Pass Our AgendaWe have closure on The Velvet Sundown! Then we get into the very creative ticket pricing, or lack thereof, at Bumbershoot in Seattle and the Guelph Jazz Festival in Ontario (11:43), and a Vancouver city council motion that put several of our favourite ideas on the table, but didn't pass (27:42).Recs: Carson - Tyler Childers album Snipe Hunter, Will - Brighde Chaimbeul album SunwiseFIND US: Will -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@williamchernoff/-Rhythm Changes: https://www.rhythmchanges.ca/ -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williamchernoff/
2025-08-0856 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserTrent Otter: "Put me behind any drumkit."Trent Otter talks about his busy session playing lifestyle, bandleading, the battle of music labour versus streaming, gear, moving from teaching lessons toward full-time playing, and the nuances of how you start to enjoy playing when you're young. Trent is a drummer with an unmatched work ethic in our generation on the scene. Some bands he plays in are Bungalow, Meridian, John Korsrud's Absolute Unit, MissingNo., and his own trio.Trent performs at Guilt & Co. in the ten-piece funk band Melgar on Friday, August 8th, starting at 10pm. missingNo. plays Tyrant Studios on August 15th....
2025-08-071h 31Bringing the Human back to Human Resources239. Finding Purpose Beyond Your Hustle or Side Hustle feat. Peggy SullivanGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code HUMANHR for 40% off their best-selling sheets, pajamas, towels, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey? Let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here.In this episode, Traci Chernoff sits down with Peggy Sullivan, a renowned keynote speaker and author, to explore the pervasive issue of busyness and how it impacts our lives. Peggy shares her "busy busting" framework, offering insights into achieving more by doing less and finding purpose in our daily routines.Chapters00:00 Introduction
2025-08-0538 minBringing the Human back to Human Resources238. Unpacking the Latest in Laws that May Take Effect feat. Bryan DriscollGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code HUMANHR for 40% off their best-selling sheets, pajamas, towels, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey? Let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here.In this episode of the podcast, Traci Chernoff and Bryan Driscoll discuss the latest developments in labor law, focusing on the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and its potential changes under new nominees. They explore the implications of pro-business changes, the impact on employee rights, union recognition processes, and the sweeping deregulation efforts by the Department of Labor. The...
2025-07-2933 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffOur First Look at SubvertAfter clearing the WeTransfer air, we get into subvert.fm, a collectively owned music commerce platform in development. The Subvert team calls the platform a direct alternative to Bandcamp. We discuss the concept of Subvert and who founded it (11:17), Bandcamp controversies: being sold twice and union drama (15:08), Carson vs. Will on enshittification (29:46), Subvert's structure and current status (38:04), and how we feel about it + are we signing up as artists? (49:46)Recs: Will - podcast episode All One Song :: Jeff Parker on “The Needle and the Damage Done” by Aquarium Drunkard, Carson - album Swag by Justin Bieber FI...
2025-07-2559 minBringing the Human back to Human Resources237. Discomfort Enables Growth and The Importance of Maintaining Humanity in a Digital World feat. Topaz AdizesGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code HUMANHR for 40% off their best-selling sheets, pajamas, towels, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey? Let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here.In this episode, Traci Chernoff interviews Topaz Adizes, an Emmy award-winning writer and experience design architect. Their conversation explores the challenges of navigating discomfort in relationships and the need to create safe spaces for it to cultivate growth and deeper connections. Moreover, they talk about the implications of AI on human interactions in the w...
2025-07-2251 minBringing the Human back to Human Resources236. Embracing the Gig Economy for Maximum Results feat. Lesle LaneGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code HUMANHR for 40% off their best-selling sheets, pajamas, towels, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey? Let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here.In this episode, Traci Chernoff speaks with Lesle Lane, photographer and owner of Studio 13, about her journey in the photography industry, the transition from employees to contractors, and the importance of building a positive work culture. They discuss the gig economy, adaptability in business, and how to create a supportive environment for contractors. Lesle shares her insights on mentorship...
2025-07-1529 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffIt's Time to Leave Spotify, Right?The story around Daniel Ek's military tech investments has reached a fever pitch, and nothing about it is likely to improve. Is now finally the time to quit using Spotify? We dive into Deerhoof's announcement about pulling their music from Spotify (4:03), our feelings about what to do as an artist (18:30), and what to do as a user (36:57).Recs: Will - Without A Stage: LA's Independent Jazz Scene directed by Michael DiPietro by The Terrarium on YouTube , Carson - Andor season 2FIND US: Will -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@williamchernoff/...
2025-07-1150 minBringing the Human back to Human Resources235. Putting People First in a Tech-Forward Hiring Landscape feat. Steven SwanGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code HUMANHR for 40% off their best-selling sheets, pajamas, towels, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey? Let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here.In this episode, Traci Chernoff interviews Steven Swan, CEO of the Swan Group Executive Search Firm, discussing the evolving landscape of recruiting, particularly the influence of AI. They explore the balance between speed and quality in recruitment, the importance of human connection, and the advantages of external recruiting. Steven shares insights on crafting effective resumes and the purpose behind...
2025-07-0833 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffGranville TimbalandWe're back from going to festivals! We kick it off in urban affairs with "The Uncertain Future of Granville Island" by Uytae Lee on the YouTube channel About Here (2:23), then swing into AI as Carson shares the Timbaland music training/generating controversy (24:31) and Will gets into The Velvet Sundown, an accelerationist mix of AI-generated everything + bot playlist marketing (47:09).Timbaland links:“Timbaland’s AI music project is a ghost in a misguided machine” by Sheldon Pearce for NPRZarah Scully claims Timbaland trained Suno using her voiceYouTube video: Curtiss King interviews Zarah ScullyVelvet Sundown links:"The...
2025-07-041h 06Upsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffRhythm Changes’ 5th Birthday! In-Person at Carson’sWe hang at Carson’s house to celebrate 5 years of Will’s music website Rhythm Changes!(0:00) Intro(2:28) The very beginning of RC in the summer of 2020 with 50 email sign-ups, (7:11) “The worst gig of my life” story and reuniting with David Blake, (15:50) Is vancouverjazz dot-com lost forever? (20:04) The curse of always being The Podcast Guy, (23:29) Times that Will touched a nerve with subjects? (28:35) Caity Gyorgy and 'never write alone', (32:59) Why Will didn't cover the scene's most controversial story, (42:38) How the 2021 heatwave, RC’s failed f...
2025-06-201h 13
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserCole Schmidt: Guitar, Jazz Festival Co-Artistic DirectorCole Schmidt talks about the upcoming 40th Vancouver International Jazz Festival presented by the Coastal Jazz and Blues Society, where he is the co-artistic director. Cole is a guitarist and composer who is an absolute mainstay of our scene and has been for many years now. To say that Cole has a full plate at any given time is a gross understatement. His project with Peggy Lee, Forever Stories Of: Moving Parties, came out in November 2024 to critical acclaim. More recently, the band KneeJerk with Brian Horswill, Karlis Silins, Kenton Loewen, and Cole released their album The Speed of...
2025-06-171h 23Bringing the Human back to Human Resources232. Let's Discuss: Ames v. Ohio and Texas Taking the Lead on AI Regulation feat. Bryan DriscollGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code HUMANHR for 40% off their best-selling sheets, pajamas, towels, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey? Let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here.In this episode of the Bringing the Human Back to Human Resources podcast, Traci Chernoff and Bryan Driscoll discuss recent legal developments affecting HR and employment law. They delve into the Ames v. Ohio case, which addresses reverse discrimination, and the implications for HR practices. The conversation then shifts to the Catholic Charities v. Wisconsin case regarding tax exemptions...
2025-06-1741 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffWanna Pay More Tax, Yes or No?Shout-out to our friends in The Shorties! We then get into a story called "Why it’s Time to Support Grassroots Venues with a £1 Ticket Levy" by Dan McCarthy in The Quietus (5:09), an out-of-nowhere but relevant reference to the 2015 vote on our local transit authority in Vancouver (21:41), and the video "Why EVERY Artist should be on YouTube" by Jon Talks Beats (26:55).Recs: Will - album Sancocho Trifásico by Empanadas Ilegales, Carson - album Caroline 2 by CarolineFIND US: Will -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@williamchernoff/-Rhythm Changes: https://www...
2025-06-1356 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserJessica Hawkes: Songwriter, Vocalist, Engineer, NashvilleJessica Hawkes talks about the Nashville songwriting scene and her perspective on that world coming from a jazz background. Jess is a vocalist, songwriter, producer, and engineer who goes way back with me to formative years at CapU. Originally from Lake Country, BC, she has split her time between Vancouver, New York City, and Nashville.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free weekly email with upcoming events from the gig list, plus artists, events, or recordings for you to enjoy and share. Sent every Tuesday morning at 6:00 AM Pacific Time.
2025-06-101h 09Bringing the Human back to Human Resources231. Certifications: Necessary or Not?Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code HUMANHR for 40% off their best-selling sheets, pajamas, towels, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey? Let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here.In this episode, Traci Chernoff reflects on her podcast journey, discusses the relevance of HR certifications, and emphasizes the importance of experience over formal qualifications. She shares insights on how temporary roles can provide valuable experience and networking opportunities, encouraging listeners to consider these positions as stepping stones in their careers.Chapters00:00...
2025-06-1021 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffIs Being an Artist "Labour"?After Will admits to giving Meta his money again, we get into a big hairy question: what is the meaning of ‘labour’ we use in the arts (03:14)? Anti-streaming labour activism (14:21), the labour economics of playing gigs and small local shows (21:38), a detour into Vancouver venues closing (32:46), the Cultural Land Trust (38:10), and which things that an artist does are actually labour? (49:41)Recs: Carson - album 2 by Foxwarren, Will - Canadian Football League season opening weekendFIND US: Will -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@williamchernoff/-Rhythm Changes: https://www.rhythmchanges.ca/
2025-06-061h 07Bringing the Human back to Human Resources230. Strategies for Thriving in Dysfunctional Environments feat. Eric CharranGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code HUMANHR for 40% off their best-selling sheets, pajamas, towels, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey? Let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here.In this episode, Traci Chernoff interviews Eric Charran about his book 'Have You Ever Had a Boss That Succeeded in a Dysfunctional Workplace'. They discuss the impact of toxic leadership on employee well-being and productivity, the archetypes of dysfunctional managers, and practical strategies for navigating these challenges. Eric shares personal experiences that inspired his book and emphasizes the importance...
2025-06-0343 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffThis Can't Be Cake(0:00) Will has a camera! (3:07) "'A Billion Streams and No Fans': Inside a $10 Million AI Music Fraud Case", by Kate Knibbs of WIRED(17:24) Spotify tracks on the wrong artist profiles (37:59) What happens when the AI-gen floodgates burst?(44:27) Is Will being too naive about AI videos?(52:52) RecommendationsWe reference Search Engine's podcast episode "The Russian Cake Switcheroo" and the Anthony Fantano video "Massive Problem on Spotify" . The music project from the WIRED story is here.Recs: Carson - setting up your own music server at home, Will...
2025-05-3055 minBringing the Human back to Human Resources228. Policy Pulse: Navigating HR Policies in a Changing Political Landscape feat. Bryan DriscollGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code HUMANHR for 40% off their best-selling sheets, pajamas, towels, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey? Let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here.In this episode of the Bringing the Human Back to Human Resources podcast, Traci Chernoff and Bryan Driscoll discuss recent updates in HR policies, focusing on independent contractor enforcement, employee classification, and the implications of automation and AI on the workforce. They explore the political fluctuations affecting HR regulations, the importance of understanding state l...
2025-05-2031 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will Chernoff7 Studio Sketches(0:00) Will dreams of his Brentwood show & advertiser bucks(05:47) Feature on studio owners written by Nathan Caddell in the Georgia Straight(32:12) André 3000's 7 Piano Sketches project(53:50) RecommendationsRecs: Will - Giacomo Turra scandal & Adam Neely "The Ethics of Fake Guitar", Carson - album Under Tangled Silence by DjrumFIND US: Will -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@williamchernoff/-Rhythm Changes: https://www.rhythmchanges.ca/ -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williamchernoff/Carson-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@c...
2025-05-1656 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserDean Thiessen: Composer, Piano, Stranger Friends OrchestraDean Thiessen talks about his Stranger Friends Orchestra (I'm a band member) and their upcoming performance at the Fox Cabaret on May 31 presented by Infidels Jazz. The large ensemble will celebrate the release of a live EP that weekend on the Infidels Jazz label. Dean is a pianist and composer from Alberta who has been active in Vancouver as a working musician and composer-bandleader for over a decade. His small group, also called Stranger Friends, will perform at the jazzfest and release a new album this year as well.Will Chernoff has a new podcast called Upsample...
2025-05-131h 08Upsample with Carson Tworow & Will Chernoff"Monthly Listeners" SucksSpotify's favourite metric? We don't love it. We can't even guess our own monthly listener figures! (0:00) Will has the notebook out to plan his jazzfest(2:37) The monthly listener figure on Spotify(47:47) A Rhythm Changes SEO digression(50:34) "What number should we look at instead?"(55:50) RecommendationsRecs: Carson - Blue Prince, Will - 2025 NHL playoffs (Leafs, Oilers, Jets)FIND US: Will -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@williamchernoff/-Rhythm Changes: https://www.rhythmchanges.ca/ -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williamchernoff/
2025-05-091h 01Bringing the Human back to Human Resources226. Rethinking Two Weeks' Notice feat. Robert GlazerIn this episode, Traci Chernoff and Robert Glazer discuss the need to rethink traditional workplace practices, particularly the concept of Two Weeks Notice. They explore the emotional implications of resignations, the introduction of the Open Transition Program, and the importance of psychological safety in fostering open communication. The conversation highlights the cognitive dissonance leaders face when managing underperforming employees and the need for a cultural shift to support transparent discussions about career transitions. Glazer shares practical steps for implementing an Open Transition Program and emphasizes the importance of addressing the root causes of employee dissatisfaction. ...
2025-05-0633 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffJazzMemes vs. Patrick Bartley: AI imagesWe discuss a controversial, but relatively tame and annoying online jazz battle: Patrick Bartley’s #BoycottAI vs. JazzMemes' Chase Maddox with the blog post "There's no 'AI' in Art" on AI-generated images. Was 'slop' invented in November 2022, does the fate of art itself hang in the balance, and what else can we do? (0:00) Reacting to our show being out in the world(1:36) Bon Iver(5:55) AI finally lands in the jazz world(10:48) Patrick Bartley & JazzMemes(32:24) Our views on the AI issues(53:54) Recommendations and a big anniversary for Carson...
2025-05-0257 minBringing the Human back to Human Resources225. Unpacking HR: Myths vs. RealityGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code HUMANHR for 40% off their best-selling sheets, pajamas, towels, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey? Let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here.In this episode, Traci Chernoff takes you to a deeper exploration of the HR profession, addressing common misconceptions about HR roles and responsibilities. She also emphasizes the strategic impact HR can have on employee experiences, from recruitment to offboarding, and encourages listeners to understand the complexities and dualities of working in HR.Chapters
2025-04-2938 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffLaunch episode! Liz Pelly Mood Machine bookWe’re live! To celebrate, we get into the topic that brought us together for the idea of this podcast in the first place: Liz Pelly’s book Mood Machine: The Rise of Spotify and the Costs of the Perfect Playlist.(0:00) We have a name(1:50) Liz Pelly's Mood Machine(1:09:57) RecommendationsRecs: Carson - artist Queralt Lahoz, Will - Land & Lore YouTube channel videos on the Vancouver Stock ExchangeFIND US: Will -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@williamchernoff/-Rhythm Changes: https://www.rhythmchanges.ca/
2025-04-251h 12
The Simple Handicap: Daily NFL Betting Podcast with Adam Chernoff2025 NFL Mock Draft for Sports Bettors | Adam Chernoff's First-Round BreakdownAdam Chernoff delivers a professional, betting-focused 2025 NFL Mock Draft built for serious bettors and draft analysts. This is more than just team-player pairings — it's a market-aware breakdown of how each pick aligns with betting odds, positional value, and front office tendencies. 📈 In-depth analysis of team needs, scheme fits, and draft capital 🧠 Insights based on league intel, betting markets, and prospect evaluations 🗂️ Full first-round projection with commentary on trade possibilities Perfect for bettors tracking draft props, sharp fans looking for an edge, and professionals studying the decision-making logic behind each sel...
2025-04-2353 minBringing the Human back to Human Resources224. Leveraging Psychometric Assessments to Maximize Hiring and Retention feat. Jason P. CarrollIn this episode, Traci Chernoff talks with Jason P. Carroll, a leadership strategist and founder of Aptive Index, where they discuss the importance of psychometric assessments in hiring and team dynamics. They explore the challenges of hiring, the role of ego in leadership, and the significance of understanding different work preferences. This conversation pinpoints the need for engagement and retention strategies, the pitfalls of using assessments, and the value of diversity in the workplace. Jason also shares insights on how to leverage assessments to create stronger teams and improve organizational outcomes.
2025-04-2236 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffStreaming Level-Set, Living Wage for Musicians ActWe empty our thoughts about streaming and the labour economy of music today, in anticipation of the next episode on which we'll launch this podcast. Is it even worth it for a small indie artist to distribute on streaming? We cover the question of per-stream payouts, the UMAW and the push for a Penny Per Stream, whether or not DIY artists would make more money today or in 2001, and more.Correction: at 24:41 we share an anecdote about streaming Kenny Wheeler's music around the time of his passing. Wheeler died on September 18, 2014, and Spotify launched in Canada on...
2025-04-191h 33
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserBiboye Onanuga: "It's happening here, it's cool."Biboye Onanuga talks about his latest of what is now several trips to Vancouver from Edmonton, and the different flavours inspiring him as he goes about his creative life today, from the literally food-based to the musical. He played two Infidels Jazz shows this weekend: one at the VIFF Centre playing the music of Thelonious Monk, and the other at Frankie's After Dark with his quartet, billed as "Low and Slow". He'll return to play around jazzfest time this year (with me in the group). This is Biboye's second appearance on the show, the previous one being episode 95 hosted...
2025-04-151h 19Bringing the Human back to Human Resources223. Policy Pulse: Immigration, Tariffs, and Economic Changes feat. Bryan DriscollGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code HUMANHR for 40% off their best-selling sheets, pajamas, towels, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey? Let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here. In this episode of the Bringing the Human Back to Human resources podcast, Traci Chernoff and Bryan Driscoll discuss pressing topics affecting employers and employees in the U.S. They delve into heightened immigration enforcement, the implications of new tariffs on imported goods, and the broader economic impacts these changes have on businesses and their workforce.
2025-04-1539 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffCareerismHow the heck did we end up on our musical and non-musical career paths? Is there a rise and fall of careerism in music? We uncover stories from our random walks through school and work so far.(0:00) Intro(3:39) Our early years (15:39) University(27:31) Covid(39:27) The big breaks that led to our current careers(59:21) Discussion of career messaging that we get(1:16:59) The first-ever recommendations!Recs: Carson - Kyle Chayka One Thing newsletter, Will: the 2025 Formula One seasonFIND US: Will
2025-04-111h 20Bringing the Human back to Human Resources222. Understanding Global Salary Trends feat. Rameez KaleemIn this episode, Traci Chernoff welcomes back Rameez Kaleem to discuss the critical topic of pay transparency. Together, Traci and Rameez explore what pay transparency means, its importance in fostering trust within organizations, and the current trends in salary increases amidst inflation. Rameez shares insights from the Global Salary Planning Report, where he highlights the challenges organizations face in maintaining pay equity and the necessity of establishing clear pay principles.On top of that, they also delve into the gender pay gap and the...
2025-04-0834 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffBig Things Coming / Strong Music ScenesWe revisit each of our main previous think-pieces: Carson's “Big Things Coming” at Rhythm Changes published in 2024 and Will’s episode of The Strong Towns Podcast recorded in April 2022, alongside his writing about Strong Towns themes at Rhythm Changes. (0:00) Intro(4:36) Big Things Coming(39:26) Strong Towns, the writing, & the podcast(51:05) Themes for music scenes from Strong TownsSee also the episode “Strip Mall” on The Strong Towns Podcast (June 2020).FIND US: Will -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@williamchernoff/-Rhythm Changes: https://www.rhythmchan...
2025-04-041h 29Bringing the Human back to Human Resources221. The Power of Mutual Ownership in Organizations feat. Renee MarchakIn this episode, Traci Chernoff interviews Renee Marchak, a passionate advocate for transforming the employee experience and making work more human. They discuss Renee's career journey, her experiences in toxic work environments, and her commitment to creating inclusive and engaging workplaces. The conversation also touches on the importance of leadership buy-in for employee engagement strategies and the significance of trust in the workplace. Traci Chernoff and Renee Marchak also discuss the critical role of trust and mutual ownership in the workplace. They emphasize the importance of engaging employees in decision-making processes and how data...
2025-04-0142 minUpsample with Carson Tworow & Will ChernoffThe iPod Series by Digging the GreatsIn the first-ever episode of the show, we discuss Brandon Shaw’s iPod series of videos from his YouTube channel called Digging The Greats. Find it starting here at part 1 of 4.FIND US: Will -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@williamchernoff/-Rhythm Changes: https://www.rhythmchanges.ca/ -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williamchernoff/Carson-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ctworow/ -Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ctworow.bsky.social/ -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ctworow/ Hosted by Carson Tw...
2025-03-2851 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserShruti Ramani: Juno Nominated with Raagaverse - JayaShruti Ramani talks about her Juno nomination at the 54th awards taking place in Vancouver this weekend, for her band Raagaverse's album Jaya in the Jazz Album of the Year - Group category. Raagaverse consists of Shruti as the vocalist-bandleader and the composer of most tracks on Jaya, Noah Franche-Nolan as the pianist and co-arranger, Jodi Proznick on bass, and Nicholas Bracewell on drums. Jaya, the band's first album, also features a horn section and strings. Raagaverse released it on the new Rhea Records label. This is Shruti's second appearance on the podcast, the previous one being...
2025-03-271h 25Bringing the Human back to Human Resources220. Bringing Humanity Back to HR feat. Joshua BerryJoshua Berry returns to Traci Chernoff's podcast in this captivating episode, sharing interesting updates, including his most recent TED Talk. The discussion explores the value of language in HR, the effects of AI in the workplace, and methods for preserving a human-centered approach in a world that is becoming more and more digital. Joshua highlights the value of deliberate word choice and the possibility of using AI to strengthen rather than replace human connection. With helpful guidance for HR professionals on negotiating the changing nature of work, the episode comes to a close. Chapters
2025-03-2532 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserBen Frost: What is a Composition?Ben Frost talks about the nature of composition, some anonymized tales of difficulty on the bandstand, and being a side musician versus a leader. This is Ben's second appearance on the show, the previous one having been hosted back in December 2022 by Will Chernoff.Ben and I will play together as a duo at Is That French? next Thursday, March 27; at the UNIT/PITT Society with Miles Wong on drums on March 28; and in Karl Silveira's band at Tyrant Studios on April 18.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free...
2025-03-181h 28Bringing the Human back to Human Resources219. Policy Pulse: Economic Uncertainty and Shifts in Corporate Culture feat. Bryan DriscollIn this episode of the Bringing the Human Back to Human Resources podcast, Traci Chernoff and Bryan Driscoll introduce the Policy Pulse segment, focusing on current policies impacting businesses in the US. They discuss economic uncertainty, fears of recession, shifts in corporate culture, labor relations, and the implications of legal changes on businesses. The conversation emphasizes the importance of being proactive in navigating these challenges and the evolving dynamics of remote work and employee empowerment.Connect with Bryan here:Website: https://bryanjdriscoll.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanjohndriscoll/
2025-03-1832 minBringing the Human back to Human Resources218. Leading a Purposeful Life: Big Impact without Burnout feat. Bianca BestIn this episode of Bringing the Human Back to Human Resources, host Traci Chernoff chats with internationally acclaimed speaker and author Bianca Best about her latest book, Big Impact Without Burnout. Bianca opens up about her own struggles with burnout and shares how redefining purpose, aligning values, and shifting your mindset can create lasting fulfillment in both work and life. Traci and Bianca work together to provide doable tactics for succeeding without compromising your health. The power of energy management, the particular difficulties faced by women in the workplace, and the generational transition spearheaded by...
2025-03-1138 minBringing the Human back to Human Resources217. The Joychiever Journey: From Burnout to Balance feat. Tracy LalondeIn this episode, Traci Chernoff and Tracy Lalonde have a candid and insightful conversation about the delicate dance of trust—both at work and in life. They break down how vulnerability, empathy, and honest communication lay the foundation for strong relationships. Tracy opens up about her own battle with burnout and how it inspired her mission to help others find joy and balance. They also tackle the unique challenges of trust in remote work, how company changes can shake employee morale, and, most importantly, how to rebuild trust when it’s been broken. Plus, they share practical tips for iden...
2025-03-0429 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserBellbird: Claire Devlin, Allison Burik, Eli & Mili returnThe entire Montreal-based band Bellbird sits down for our only 5-person episode ever! Reedists Claire Devlin and Allison Burik join Eli Davidovici and Mili Hong, who were influential on the Vancouver scene while they were based here and previously appeared on Will Chernoff's edition of the podcast as a duo. The members variously played four Infidels Jazz shows last week, including Jazz at the Bolt, the New Thing series, Frankie's After Dark (in my own band), and Knockouts at All-City Athletics. They continue with Hermann's Jazz Club in Victoria tomorrow night. Mili also plays in Gordy Li's Smurf 4 at...
2025-02-251h 24Bringing the Human back to Human Resources216. Hiring without Borders: Using an EOR Amplifies Global Hiring Strategies feat. Susan SnipesIn this episode of the Bringing the Human Back to Human Resources podcast, Traci Chernoff speaks with Susan Snipes, Head of People at Remote People, about the complexities and benefits of global hiring. They discuss the role of Employer of Record (EOR) services in simplifying international recruitment, the evolving landscape of remote work, and the importance of cultural considerations when hiring globally. Susan shares insights on the talent shortage, the rise of remote work preferences, and practical advice for HR professionals navigating these changes. Connect with Susan here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-poore-hrm/
2025-02-2530 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserJacob Wutzke: Drums, You Better Bet, Tour, Montreal, NYCJacob Wutzke talks about his new album You Better Bet, which showcases his compositions alongside several Tony Williams tunes, and his first tour as a bandleader surrounding the album. After two performances here in Vancouver, Jacob continues on to Portland, Oregon and then to Edmonton and his native Calgary (tour date info here on his website). He studied drums at Humber in Toronto for his undergraduate education, went to McGill for grad studies, and is on the cusp of moving to New York City. He has worked with Caity Gyorgy, Lucas Dubovik, and Jocelyn Gould to name a few.
2025-02-1555 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserKevin Romain: Drums, DIY Spaces & Scenes, Autopoietic 1Kevin Romain talks about his longtime creative residence in our local scene including a solo drum record called Autopoietic 1 forthcoming on the Infidels Jazz label, his band Salience Network, and much more. Raised in Windsor, Ontario, Kevin brings DIY values and "unapologetic" advocacy – as well as coffee roasting and brewing skills at his own initiatives over the years, like the Coffee Bus and General Strike Coffee – to his work as an improvising performer. Some other ensembles he has played with lately are Only a Visitor, Itamar Erez's band, the Tony Wilson / John Korsrud band, and the Madeleine Elkins Trio.
2025-02-111h 21
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserJodi Proznick: Bass, Jazz at VSO School, Ostara ProjectJodi Proznick talks about becoming the Director of Jazz Studies at the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra School of Music and her work there spanning more than a decade, her values as an educator, and her musical history where she has been one of Canada's most prominent jazz bassists since the 2000s. Jodi's current ensembles include the Ostara Project, Terri-Lynn Williams-Davidson and sGaanaGwa, O Come All Ye Soulful, Raagaverse, and Noah Franche-Nolan's trio.The Ostara Project will release their second album Roots on April 11, with the first single coming soon on February 7.Become a member for free...
2025-01-281h 42
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserJason Winikoff: Drums, Percussion, NOLA, EthnomusicologyJason Winikoff talks about playing drums and percussion in the Vancouver scene since his arrival in 2018 from the US, though he is now on the cusp of returning to the states. Jason came here to study at UBC after moving from New Jersey to New Orleans to Boston. He is known for leading his Hot Five, Crescent, and Postcards from Zambia ensembles, for playing widely in trad-jazz and dance music, and for his role in the Rocky Horror Music Show presented by Infidels Jazz.Jason's farewell show (for now!) is at Tyrant Studios on Friday, January 17.
2025-01-141h 00
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserChelsea McBride & Thomas Houlden: Sax, Trumpet, Grad SchoolChelsea McBride & Thomas Houlden talk about their experiences in grad school, the multitudes of musical identity, and developing a unique compositional style. We also discuss our favourite underrated Christmas songs. Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free weekly email with upcoming events from the gig list, plus artists, events, or recordings for you to enjoy and share. Sent every Tuesday morning at 6:00 AM Pacific Time.Hosted by Chris Fraser. Edited and mixed by Will Chernoff. A Chernoff Music podcast. Theme music: "Lutin" by William Chernoff.
2024-12-171h 37
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserDavid Sikula: Guitar, Audio Engineer, Organ Jazz & MoreDavid Sikula talks about guitars, illegal busking in Rome, and outdated recording formats. Dave is one of Vancouver’s premier jazz guitarists and one of the most in-demand audio engineers in the city.Dave has played with artists like Brian Charette, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Cory Weeds, The Inhabitants, and the Nightcrawlers. He is well-known for recording out of Demitone Studios, where he sat down for this conversation, and at Monarch Studios among other local places.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free weekly email with upcoming events from the gi...
2024-12-031h 23
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserJohn Gross: Saxophone, 6+ Decades of Professional PlayingJohn Gross talks about his origins in music, including the first time he heard Charlie Parker, and his long career playing with Shelly Manne, Oliver Nelson, Clare Fischer: just the tip of the iceberg. John is a saxophonist originally from Los Angeles who lived in Portland, Oregon from 1990 to 2016, after which he moved to Vancouver. He shares his thoughts on the artistic process, the duty you have in being a member of a musical community, and how he thinks he’ll “never get it right”. Special thanks to Sapalo Shafooli for taking and contributing the photo for this e...
2024-11-052h 08
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserWill Chernoff: Tables Turned! Bass, Rhythm Changes FounderWill Chernoff talks to Chris Fraser as a guest on the show he started over three years ago. Will's next music release, Queen's Park, is a digital EP featuring Thad Bailey-Mai, Nebyu Yohannes, Madeleine Elkins, and Miles Wong (release date: Nov. 8, 2024).Will returns as the emcee of IronFest at Ironworks, presented by Coastal Jazz, on November 1st and 2nd; learn more about the shows happening there at coastaljazz.ca.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free weekly email with upcoming events from the gig list, plus artists, events, or...
2024-10-221h 38Bringing the Human back to Human Resources199: A Look Ahead: Landmark Episode, Upcoming Series, and Wellness in HRIn this episode of the Bringing the Human Back to Human Resources podcast, Traci Chernoff discusses the upcoming 200th episode and the associated giveaway.
She also introduces a new series focused on navigating layoffs with empathy, highlighting the importance of self-care for HR professionals and addressing survivor's guilt among employees.
The episode serves as a brief overview of what listeners can expect in the coming weeks.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
02:51 Upcoming 200th Episode and Giveaway
06:01 Layoff Series Introduction and Themes
2024-10-0807 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserDavid Lavoie & Carson Tworow: Teardown, Production, BeatsDavid Lavoie & Carson Tworow talk about their jazz- and beat-influenced music as well as the effect of internet forces on artists' lives. David and Carson released their second album with Inner Ocean Records, Teardown, on Sep. 27, 2024. This is their second appearance on the show, the previous one being episode 14; they are the first returning guests. David plays guitar, bass, and trumpet among other instruments while Carson, a drummer by trade from when they met at Capilano University, leads the electronic elements.Teardown is out on Calgary's Inner Ocean Records.Carson's latest piece for Rhythm Changes...
2024-10-081h 15
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserJohn Korsrud: Composition, Trumpet, Hard Rubber OrchestraJohn Korsrud talks about composition, his formative years learning from Hugh Fraser, and his seven times going to Burning Man. John is a composer and trumpeter in Vancouver who is known for his Juno-nominated big band, the Hard Rubber Orchestra, and for its parallel band Orquestra Goma Dura as well as his newer large ensemble called Absolute Unit. As a trumpeter, John also plays frequently with Cat Toren, Jillian Lebeck, Jon Bentley, and many more of our finest musicians. He discusses his love of Vancouver, spending time in Amsterdam, and that time he got stranded on the highway between...
2024-09-241h 21
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserMadeleine Elkins: Guitar, Teacher, Indie Touring MusicianMadeleine Elkins talks about teaching, touring, and physical vs. digital media. Madeleine is a guitarist, singer, and banjoist who is known for her work with Madelyn Read, Meredith Louise, and Maddisun among other various projects across the folk, indie, and jazz scenes in Vancouver. She also talks about growing up in New Westminster, her introduction to the guitar, her parents' differing tastes in music, and much more. Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free weekly email with upcoming events from the gig list, plus artists, events, or recordings for you to...
2024-09-101h 19
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserSapalo Shafooli: Episode 100! Photography, ‘Jazz Flights’Sapalo Shafooli talks about his deep engagement with Vancouver's local music scene through photography, video, and attendance at countless live shows – including the multi-stop, transit-powered nights he has referred to as jazz flights. Born in Zambia and raised primarily in Terrace, BC, Sapalo has been active in the jazz community since 2008 at the earliest. You can see his photography style on his Instagram feed.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free weekly email with upcoming events from the gig list, plus artists, events, or recordings for you to enjoy and share. Se...
2024-08-102h 50
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserFeven Kidane: Trumpet, Bass, Jazzfest, Upbringing, CultureFeven Kidane talks about performing at and around the 2024 jazzfest with her own group as well as other ensembles. Feven is a multi-instrumentalist known for her projects with Gordy Li, Andromeda Monk, and many more of the rising generation locally. We also discuss family, upbringing, going to CapU's jazz program, and many more topics. At around the 1:00:00 mark, Feven and I begin to turn the tables as she invites me to open up about leaving the scene for several years, starting Rhythm Changes, and having cultural information passed down to me.Become a member for free today...
2024-07-301h 41
Jazz Office Hours with Cory WeedsMike DiRubbo: Alto Saxophone, CT to NYC | Frankie’s BackstageAlto saxophonist Mike DiRubbo is coming to town to play with a Vancouver quartet at Frankie's! Mike (who joins at 01:50) is a soft-spoken, phenomenal musician. The New Haven, Connecticut native studied at the Hartt School at the University of Hartford, the school known for Jackie McLean's jazz program. He's now based in New York. I brought him to Vancouver in past years to play with Larry Willis, Harold Mabern, and Steve Davis. We talk about his studies with JMac in a formative time, we continue to remember Jim Rotondi, and we enjoy a brief hang. Mike DiRubbo...
2024-07-2424 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserJohn Nicholson: Saxophone, Jazzfest Gigs, Queer as FunkJohn Nicholson talks about the many gigs he played around jazzfest time, including with Kevin Romain's Salience Network, Biboye Onanuga, Queer as Funk, and more. John is a saxophonist who spent time in the Toronto scene during his educational journey, going there for graduate studies after completing CapU's jazz program. He moved back to Vancouver after covid started and has been active here again ever since.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free weekly email with upcoming events from the gig list, plus artists, events, or recordings for you to enjoy...
2024-07-231h 16
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserJenny Xu, Ben Feldman, & Kofi Shepsu: Friendship, TrioJenny Xu, Ben Feldman, & Kofi Shepsu talk about playing together in their New York-based trio called Friendship since 2018, NYC jazz stories, their two albums to-date (Project Sock Retrieval and Ghost Stories), and the recording session and gigs that they just came to Vancouver for. Jenny is a pianist originally from Surrey. She and Friendship's bassist Ben, who is from Seattle, are a married couple. Kofi, a native of Richmond, Virginia, completes the trio on drums.Jenny was the very first jazz musician I ever interviewed at Rhythm Changes, in September 2020 as Friendship released their first album.
2024-07-161h 00
Jazz Office Hours with Cory Weeds“I don’t play full-time.” | Sunday School, July 14, 2024On this hot summer Sunday School: rest in peace Jim Rotondi - the instrumental teachers I had in my early years,and how Jim was part of the connections I started making (2:49), Has the ship sailed on making a living from just jazz gigs? (17:55), My NYC plans in fall 2024 (30:00), a preview spin of The Heavy Hitters' record made last December (31:12). Plus more topics like gigs with Hugh Fraser and Dr. Lonnie Smith, and favourite records by Cedar Walton and Sonny Stitt. We close on the nature of the commitment to get the most out of every note you play...
2024-07-1540 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserMili Hong & Eli Davidovici: Drums, Bass, Bellbird, MontrealMili Hong & Eli Davidovici talk about touring as part of their band Bellbird with Claire Devlin and Allison Burik, the other Vancouver engagements in their 2024 jazzfest experience, and their move to Montreal. Mili and Eli are a drums-bass team who are arguably the eminent Vancouver jazz rhythm section of my generation going back to the mid-2010s.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free weekly email with upcoming events from the gig list, plus artists, events, or recordings for you to enjoy and share. Sent every Tuesday morning at 6:00 AM Pacific...
2024-07-091h 15
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserBiboye Onanuga: Drummer, Composer, Jazzfest, New StandardsBiboye Onanuga talks about his performances at the 2024 Vancouver International Jazz Festival with Feven Kidane, Odario, and his own quartet. Biboye is a drummer and composer based in Edmonton who co-organizes a weekly series called New Standards at The Common in his home city.Biboye's longstanding band, Good Information, blends hip-hop and jazz influences. Before the jazzfest, he was best known in Vancouver for playing for Infidels Jazz at the Max Roach show as well as Frankie's After Dark in February of this year.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get...
2024-07-0259 minJazz Office Hours with Cory WeedsVinyl, “Cool to Work With” | Sunday School, June 23, 2024Life happened and I've missed doing it for months now, but Sunday School is back in session! We kick things off by talking about (among many things) the value of vinyl and the rich listening experience, plus some inside talk about manufacturing and selling vinyl records. Then, we get into the classic Jazz Office Hours topic of emailing venue bookers (32:10) with an emphasis on how important it is to be "cool to work with".This is Sunday School: Cory Weeds opens up in a livestream format for Q&A about the business of jazz, artist career talk...
2024-06-2850 min
Jazz Office Hours with Cory WeedsNick Green: Altoist, Brooklyn NYC | Frankie's BackstageAlto saxophonist Nick Green will be performing as a guest with me for my Hank Mobley tribute at Frankie's and leading his own quintet at the club! Nick (who joins at 05:03) is Brooklyn-born and raised and made an album on Cellar called Green on the Scene. He has great stories and I talked to him about his journey in jazz. Then, I talk about three of the finest pianists coming to Pyatt Hall in Vancouver this fall (32:30) and take a question (33:29) about how musicians like Nick and I went out to start getting our first gigs.
2024-06-2638 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserRéjean Marois: Vocal Project, CapU Jazz, Arranger-ComposerRéjean Marois talks about directing his vocal jazz ensemble called the Marois Vocal Project, his touring years based out of Québec as a trombone player and arranger, falling in love with Vancouver, and more. Best known as the director of the Capilano University jazz program's NiteCap ensemble, Réjean was one of the program's most renowned faculty across three decades. He retired in 2018 and lives on the Sunshine Coast.The Marois Vocal Project performs at the BlueShore Centre for the Performing Arts as part of North Shore Jazz and the Vancouver International Jazz Festival on Jun...
2024-06-2552 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserBen MacRae: Clarinet, St. Andrew’s-Wesley United ChurchBen MacRae talks about coordinating the Jazz Vespers services at St. Andrew's-Wesley United Church in downtown Vancouver, his background in New Orleans-style jazz from the Fraser Valley to the city, and how he has found his voice en route to graduate studies at Vancouver School of Theology. Ben is a woodwind player best known for his work as a clarinetist under the Grand Slam Jazz Band moniker.Fri, Jun 21 @ 4:00pm FREE admission: join me for a book talk by author and recent podcast guest Chris Wong to kick off the 2024 Vancouver International Jazz Festival, that I'm hosting...
2024-06-181h 22
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserJeff Gammon: Bass, Gigging, Calgary to Vancouver and BackJeff Gammon talks about his move back to his home city of Calgary after a decade of performing in Vancouver and touring while based out of here. Jeff is a bassist who plays in groups like Last Ark Out, Kevin Romain's Salience Network, Only a Visitor, the Itamar Erez Quartet, the David Sikula Trio, and many more.Fri, Jun 21 @ 4:00pm FREE admission: join me for a book talk by author and recent podcast guest Chris Wong to kick off the 2024 Vancouver International Jazz Festival, that I'm hosting on-stage at Ocean Artworks on Granville Island!Become...
2024-06-041h 04
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserSarah Stevenson: Vocalist, Nanaimo to McGill, First YearSarah Stevenson talks about her first year at McGill University's jazz program as a vocalist and her upbringing in Nanaimo, including studies at Wellington Secondary School's jazz program. I heard Sarah play in Nanaimo at the Vault Cafe and spoke with her at her family's home the next day. This episode is the first on-the-road session I've ever conducted!My second album Maybe Eventually is out now on CD; buy now at chernoffmusic.com and use the code RCP at checkout for 25% off!Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the...
2024-05-281h 22
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserJon McCaslin: Drums, Calgary, Four on the Floor, CurationJon McCaslin talks about publishing about jazz drums at Four on the Floor for 15 years and counting, as well as his performing and recorded work as a professional drummer based in Calgary. Jon has an album called Sunalta on Cellar Music featuring his original compositions with Brad Turner, Phil Dwyer, Tilden Webb, and Jodi Proznick.My second album Maybe Eventually is out now on CD; buy now at chernoffmusic.com and use the code RCP at checkout for 25% off!Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free weekly email with...
2024-05-211h 01
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserJustin Juan: Piano, Keys, Beats, Cooking, Surrey to CapUJustin Juan talks about the start of his career as a professional keyboardist, developing his craft as a beatmaker with his first release still to be determined, his passion for cooking, and the bands he's played in. Justin is finishing his studies at Capilano University's jazz program this year and has played or subbed with Star Captains, Potatohead People, Meredith Louise, Michelle Escudero, the Cowboy Bebop Band, and many more.My second album Maybe Eventually is out now on CD; buy now at chernoffmusic.com and use the code RCP at checkout for 25% off!Become...
2024-05-141h 14
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserWynston Minckler: Bass, Gigs, Professional Musician LifeWynston Minckler talks about playing upright and electric bass professionally on the Vancouver music scene for over a decade now. Wynston's name appears on the gig list more than almost anyone else as a side performer. His main project as a bandleader has been a trio with Mary Ancheta and Nick James, playing the music of the Yellow Magic Orchestra.Just announced: the second annual jazz night at the Bernie Legge Theatre in New Westminster, featuring Will Clements' Compass & William Chernoff, on June 1st. Get tickets here.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges...
2024-04-232h 05
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserRachel Therrien: Trumpet, Traveller, CAPI, Mi Hogar, TourRachel Therrien talks about the show she played in Vancouver at Frankie's Jazz Club on April 14, 2024 as well as the upcoming release of her album CAPI on April 26. Rachel is a New York-based trumpet player who has also lived in Montreal and studied in Cuba, now touring widely and maintaining bands in multiple territories. She is perhaps best known to Vancouver in recent years as an original member of the Ostara Project. CAPI will be Rachel's seventh album as a composer-bandleader: her previous ones are On Track, Home Inspiration, Pensamiento: Proyecto Colombia, Why Don't You Try, Vena, and Mi...
2024-04-1657 min
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserDavid Caballero: Young First-Call Bassist, Recorded DebutDavid Caballero talks about playing bass with Arvind Ramdas, Atley King, Brad Turner, and many more of the Vancouver jazz scene's most active performers. David emerged quickly after arriving at Capilano University as one of our leading lights on bass, and his debut on record was Atley's album Unconditional released in 2023. His next performances this weekend are at Frankie's for the Daniel Hersog & Ben Henriques quintet on Apr. 11, 2024 and at Tyrant Studios in Arvind's quintet on Apr. 12.My second album Maybe Eventually is out now on CD; buy now at chernoffmusic.com and use the code RCP...
2024-04-091h 12
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserHarmeet Kaur Virdee: Bass, Surrey Jazz Nights, VSO SchoolHarmeet Kaur Virdee talks about her upbringing, education, and values as a bass player; her journey as an arts administrator in her early twenties, including work with the VSO School of Music and the Ostara Project; and her music, currently in a band with Ru Ha, Noah Franche-Nolan, & Karl DeJong. Harmeet started a series in May 2023 called Surrey Jazz Nights that features groups of high school students from around Surrey, monthly, at a Blenz Coffee in the Sullivan Heights neighborhood.My second album Maybe Eventually is out now on CD; buy now at chernoffmusic.com and use...
2024-03-191h 52
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserChris Wong: Journeys to the Bandstand Vancouver Jazz BookChris Wong talks about his new book Journeys to the Bandstand: Thirty Jazz Lives in Vancouver. Chris is an author, lifelong music fan, and veteran of music journalism. He wrote about our jazz community for outlets including the Vancouver Courier, the Georgia Straight, and many more, especially during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Learn about and buy the book here.I wrote the blurb on the back cover of Chris' book, and Chris wrote the liner notes to my second album Maybe Eventually.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get...
2024-03-052h 07
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserJessica Heaven: Vocalist & Singer, Actor, Dancer, LeaderJessica Heaven talks about her multi-disciplinary life as a vocalist (or a singer – she feels a distinction!), dancer going back her entire life, theatre and film actor, and a member of the leadership team with the Women in Jazz Association of BC since that non-profit's inception. Through the association, she has been involved in the Sister Jazz Orchestra and with media around the scene as well. Her recent projects include Descartes for Sheila (2021) with Jake McIntyre-Paul, Closest Living Relative (2020) with Mike WT Allen and Spencer Schoening, and Primal Navigation as the group Ptriodactyl.Get tickets to the Fr...
2024-02-271h 33
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserFrancis Naluz: PATH, Bass, Guitar, Couch Jams, CaribouFrancis Naluz talks about his band PATH, co-led with Paco Ha. Francis is a bassist who plays upright and electric bass as well as guitar. He is an active side-person in his cohort, playing often with Gordy Li, the Couch Jams Collective, and many more. He graduated from Capilano University in 2022. Francis plays in the next Couch Jams event called I Wish U Roses, at the Annex Theatre, on February 15. PATH features Paco in a two-saxophone setup with Erika Chow, while Francis completes the rhythm section with his friends including keyboardist Suin Park and drummers...
2024-02-061h 25
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserAlex Scott: Singer-Songwriter, LxTox, SaskatchewanAlex Scott talks with Will Chernoff about her first EP, Adult Skin, released under the name LxTox.In May 2023, Alex and her co-host Karen White launched a podcast called Vicarious on the Chernoff Music network of podcasts.Thank you to 12TH ST Sound for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about Anthony Cenerini's recording studio in New Westminster at 12thst.ca/rcp.
2022-01-2627 min
BJJ Panda Journeys, Stories from the MatsEpisode 19 - The Journey of Sadie, Calvin, Lilllian and Emma "The Panda Cubs"Happy New Year!!! This week we meet we have a very special episode. We talk with four kids that train BJJ. Meet Sadie Chernoff, Calvin Rogers, Lillian Upchurch, and Emma Ziegler. All four of these kids work hard, train hard, compete hard and know how to have fun. This was such a great episode to record, talking to these kids and hearing about the Journey they have been on. Some people are intimidated by combat sports, but these kids have not only jumped right in, most of them have also gotten their parents to st...
2022-01-031h 01
Rhythm Changes Podcast with Chris FraserMary Chernoff: Hosting My Mum! Artist, Designer, InspireMary Chernoff talks with her son Will about life as an author, designer, artist, and creative spirit.Become a member for free today at rhythmchanges.ca. You'll get the free weekly email with upcoming events from the gig list, plus artists, events, or recordings for you to enjoy and share. Sent every Tuesday morning at 6:00 AM Pacific Time.
2021-12-1539 minBJJ Panda Journeys, Stories from the MatsEpisode 2- Journey of "That Big Fat Panda??" Nick ChernoffPlease bear with us as we continue to improve the audio experience, still trying to figure all this out... Enjoy!!This episode we walk through the Journey of the "THE Big Fat Panda" Nick Chernoff. We hear about how and why he started his BJJ Journey along with his two kids, Maddison and Sadie, and wife Tara. Nick Talks through not only his Jiu Jitsu Journey but his journey to a healthier lifestyle.Make sure to let us know what you think by commenting on our Facebook Page: Panda Power Hour, Instagram: BJJ P...
2021-09-1346 min
Bringing the Human back to Human Resources2. Building Relationships & COVID Impact feat. Dr. Evan ChernoffRelationships are critical to success in Human Resources, Business, and even in Healthcare. Dr. Evan Chernoff, a 3rd year Physical Medicine & Rehab Resident, who served on the front lines at the height of the COVID pandemic, discusses how trust is the foundation of strong patient-to-doctor and peer-to-peer relationships.
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2020-11-1027 min